For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 24 students in Santa Barbara County, CA.
Santa Barbara County, CA public preschools have a diversity score of 0.50, which is less than the California public preschool average of 0.64.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public preschool average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Santa Barbara County (2026)
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
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Quick Facts
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3525 Pine St.
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 686-7300
Santa Ynez, CA 93460
(805) 686-7300
Gr: K | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many public preschools are located in Santa Barbara County, CA?
1 public preschools are located in Santa Barbara County, CA.
What is the racial composition of students in Santa Barbara County?
Santa Barbara County public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the California public preschools average of 81% (majority Hispanic).
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